Dear Fire+ Ice, meet my New Year’s resolution. I look forward to you two getting along. Sincerely, Gillian

Not only is it mid-March already, but it’s that time of year when you say, “Oh Damn! Summer is right around the corner and I still have that little cat pouch for a belly.” Whatever happened to those New Year’s resolutions and the broken paltry promises? Eat healthy? Spend less? That lasted about a week – maybe two weeks for the very disciplined among us.

But let’s be real, no one can turn their life around by snapping their fingers and going from “eating on the rush” to “searching out organic smoothie bars.” When I do have time to sit down and enjoy a fun and healthy meal, I’ll grab a well portioned bowl of Fire+Ice’s Chicken and Black Bean Mandarin Salad.

At Fire+Ice, eating healthy is a cinch – and not to mention the restaurant’s fun, casual ambiance.  All the food pyramids are covered and you can load up on a delicious veggie medley and toss in a little seafood for one of the tastiest meals that will make your mouth water. So now you can say “bye, bye” to that cat pouch and save some cash , but remember, those yummy blueberry margaritas may not be so “diet friendly,” but I guess it’s okay to splurge once in a while. Check out the recipe below and make sure to try it on your next visit.